WOMEN IN PRINT.

Evening Post, Volume LXXXVIII, Issue 107, 2 November 1914, Page 9

WOMEN IN PRINT.

Go often to the hilltops. From there you will see the mist in the valley of your mind.—

QUEEN MARY'S APPEAL j The following is a list of gifts received by Her Excellency the Countess of Liverpool during the week ending 316t October : — Anonymous, 7 pairs socks ; Miss Thomson and Miss Ina E. Stevenson; Invercargill, 3 pairs hand-knitted socks; Anonymous, Hokitika, 31 pairs • socks; Auckland, 2 pairs socks; Miss Bingham, Auckland, 2 pairs socks; Milford, 2 pairs socks; Mrs. J. Souper, Wellington, 2 pairs socks; Mrs. D. C. Tumbull, Timaru, 2 pairs socks and 1 belt; Anonymous, 3 pairs socke, 2 comforters, and 1 pair mitts; Mrs. Carrie. Devonport, 12 pairs socks; Mrs. String'fellow, sen., Ashburton, 3 pairs socks; Mrs. Arthur Rhodes, Christchurch, 24 dozen cholera belts; Napier, 3 pairs socks; Anonymous, 5 belts and 2 pairs socks; Bulls, 2 belts; Anonymous, 1 pair grey socks; Mrs. J. Fraeer, Halcombe, 3 pairs socks; Mrs. G. W Palme?, Wanganui, 2 pairs socks; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Sefton Moorhouee, Wellington, 12 pains socks r-Mrs. J. F. Studholme, Ruanui, 12 pairs Bocks ; Mrs. J. J. Bryce and ladies of Rangiwahia, Pemberton district, 1 dozen Nightingales and 7 undershirts; Miss Perkins, Greymouth, 26 Nightingales and a quantity of bandages; Mrs. A. Lindsay, 2 pairs hand-knitted socks; Mrs. N. G. King, Stratford 1 pair socks; Anonymous, 3 pairs socks; Mrs. F. D. Gibson^ Christchurch, 5 pairs socks, 2 cholera belts; | Mr. George Moore, Masterton, 2 dozen I cholera belts; Mrs. Hunter (per Mrs. j Luke), Porangahau, 1 dozen pairs socks, 4 belts; Mrs. F. J. Watson (per Mrs. Luke), Bulls, 1 dozen pairs socks ; Nurse Gibbs, Hawera, 42 pairs socks; anonymous, 2 pairs cuffs; anonymous, I belt; Mrs. Valentine, Oriental Bay, 2 bedjackets, 3 pairs socks, 1 pair stockings; Miss R. E. Bryant, Palmerston North, 3 Balaclavas ; Mrs. Goring Johnston, Oakhurst, Palmerston North, 2 Balaclavas; Mrs. Ingram, Oriental Bay, 3 paire socks and 2 caps; Mrs. Kate M. Duthie, Ohingaiti, 18 pairs of socks, which were knitted by a resident aged 72 years; Mrs. W. Anderson and Mrs. D. G. Forlong, 5 pairs socks; Mrs. Teschmaker Shut* (per E. M. Meyers), Blenheim, 2 dozen pairs socks ; the Misses Powle, 34, Wesley-road, 3 cholera belts; S. S. Duschenski, Pohokura, 2 pairs socks; collected in Eketahuna, per Mrs. F. C. Turner (Mayoress), 129 pairs socks, 4 dozen cholera bolts; from the people of Marton per Mrs. Miles (Mayoress) 174 pairs socks, 4 pairs underpants, 2 vests, 4 flannel shirts, 2 belts; M.F.0., Wellington, 2 pairs sockE; Mrs. L. N. Fairhall, Eltham, 1 pair socks; Mrs. J. C. Hill, Redhaveft, Mauku, Auckland, 6 pairs socks; Mrs. Holland (Mayoress), Christchurch, 2000 cholera belts. It would eeem that cream of tartar is not so essential in baking as the public have been led to believe since the war has forced the price of this article up to abnoTma^ levels. Dr. J. F. Elliott (Ellilott Bros., Ltd.), fold the Necessary Commodities Control Commission at Sydney on tho 23rd October that cream of tartar as an ingredient of baking powder was absolutely unnecessary. There were other preparations, he said, that answered the purpose just as well. He went on to explain that cream of tartaa 1 was an acid ealt that was used in baking powder, in conjunction with bicarbonate of soda,* to liberate carbonic acid gas, the action of which was to cause bread to rise. It was only "necessary to use a substitute not deleter'eus — a substitute that would produce the same Tesult. For this purpose they could use acid phosphate of lime, " also preparations containing acid phosphate of sodium. These acted on the .bicarbonate of soda in the same way as cream of tartar, and produced phosphate of lime. This was a very good thing to have, as it was very largely used in tonics; in fact, it was the basis of many recognised tonics. Those people who said cream of tartaT was essential in the making of baking powder, added Dr. Elliott, had. not been educated up to the use of cheap substitutes. At St. Matthew's Church, Auckland, Miss L. Milligan, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Milligan, of Wellington, wae/ married to Mr. J. W. Murray, of West Hartlepool, England. The bride was dressed in mole crepe de chine. Miss Doris Milligan, sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid, and wore draped ninon. Mr. Hurley was best man, and tko bride was given away by her father. They were the recipients of many presents, among them being a handsome oak cabinet of cutlery from the officers of the Talune. In connection with the sewing bee held at Mrs. Radcliffe's residence, Hawkerstreet, in aid of the Belgians, Mrs. Radcliffe desires to. thank all ladies who have given and helped with the sewing, also the Economic for £10 worth of made-up clothes, the New House, D.1.C., Cole's, Ross'^and Glendining's, and Mr. Soldi for samples. They have almost everything in the way of clothing, and will have to send several cases. Although all things are not ready yet, there are numbers of articles already made — 40 paire boys' knickers, 50 shirts, 100 pairs bloomers, 18 pairs cot blankets, 15 rugs, a sealskin jacket, and delightful baby outfits. These are excellent, consisting of daygowns, nightgowns, head flannel, jacket, etc., all made by one lady. Six machines have been working, one of which was kindly lent by Wertheim's. These things go by the Pakeha, leaving here next Saturday, direct to the Belgian Ambassador, through the Belgian Consul here. Six little girls, the Misses Marjorie Hayes, M'Lellan (2), Hamerton (2), Tui Caldwell, Frendley, organised a very pleasant and successful fete held at Mrs. Hayes's on Saturday. Both grown-ups and youngsters enjoyed tho entertainment, and by various means £11 was raised, to be devoted to 'the pleasure of less fortunate children— the inmates of St. Mary's Home. There I were a sweet stall, a fancy stall, and a flower stall, as well as side shows. This represents not only considerable worlc with the arrangements for the fete, but much patient toil of small fingers before- ! hand, and the sympathy and energy of the little promoters deserve fullest recognition. The Boy Scouts, those everready and courteous helpers, made themselves useful during the afternoon. The sweet stall was in charge of Miss Shiela Mackenzie, Miss Gwen Da\is superintended the flower stall and Mrs. M'Lel- | lan the fancy stall, while Mrs. Van Slyke and Miss Thomas looked after the tea. Miss Coates is visiting Christchurch. Miss Wilson, of Wellington, is visiting Mrs. Miles, in Feilding. Mrs. J. Norton, of Christchurch, is on her way from Auckland, and is in Wellington. Mrs. Gerald Stead arrived yesterday in Wellington from the South, and is at the Empire Hotel. Mrs. Hoadley, of Hawkes Bay, is also at the Empire. Here is a little war poem that will appeal to many. It is called "Com-mau-deered," and is &£ h- Q. Moborly,:,

| Last year he drew the harvest home | Along the winding upland lane ; The children twisted marigolds And clover flowers, to deck his mane. Last year — he drew the harvest home ! To-day, with puzzled, patient face, With ears adroop, and weary leet, He marches to the sound of drums And draws the gun along the street. To-da.y — he draws the guns of war ! An English paper gives a method by which to preserve rosebuds for months. The roses are now in bloom, and those i who are fortunate enough to possess gardens might experiment. Roses in winter would be extremely acceptable. The flowers should be gathered before they are fully expanded and yet when the petals are well developed. Melt a small amount of ordinary candle wax in. a tin lid, and into this dip the cut end of the stalk of each rosebud. When the opening is completely sealed wrap each blossom in tissue paper. Now get a tin box, and jnto this place the roses. The whole should be stored away in a cool place, and months later, when required lor use, the blooms may be revived in the following manner: — Cut off the waxed end of each stalk and place the rose in hot water. After an interval it will be seen that the bud revives, and, with a little mechanical assistance, the petals open. Some kinds of roses stand this treatment better than others, and so it is a good plan to store away as large a variety as possible, Practical and businesslike methods are necessary in dealing with the question of Bed Cross needlework. On this topic Sir George Pragnell, who declared at a meeting of the City Distress Committee that " people are needlework mad," said : " The action of women, of small means in spending their time making useful articles for our sick and wounded is splendid, provided the garments are made of suitable materials and suitable shapes. The latest patterns (revised and enlarged) are now obtainable from the British Red Cross Society. But rich people can spend their money and time just now in a much bettei way than by making garments very slowly and indifferently. There are f huge stocks of suitable articles which can be purchased in the usual way from the tradesman, or can be ordered from the latter and made (perfectly and in large quantities) in twenty-four hours. By purchasing the articles as I have indicated unemployment will be prevented in the retail trade, the wholesale trade, and (to a still greater extent) in the factories, where work depends upon business being kept up. The gravest danger of all is in the suggestion that the relief funds should be drawn on for starting charitable or State-aided workrooms all over the country, and mainly for women and girls whose .previous experience was gained in other directions. Apart from the disposal of the things thus made interfering with legitimate trades which ai-e already suffering from the war, this proposal, if carried out, will have the effect of throwing out of employment an enormous number of factory hands." Miss Isabel Wilford, daughter of Mr. T. M. Wilford, M.P., who was operated on for appendicitis at the Thorndon Pri- \ yato Hospital on Tuesday, is progressing favourably. The monthly meeting of the Women's Social and- Political League will be held at The Tiffin this evening, at 8 o'clock, instead of Tuesday, as previously advertised. A letter in the Adelaide Observer says : — "London is very quiet— not nearly so many soldiers to be seen — but crowds and crowds of people in the streets at night waiting news. Theatres and music halls aye almost empty, but the picture palaces, showing war pictures, simply crammed. The films show everything excepting the actual fighting with the enemy. A series of pictures of wounded, dying, houses burning, Red Cross activity, and prisoners. Tho people cheer everything they can, and sing 'God save' on every possible occasion. The theatres are having a bad time. Musical comedy has been played out for some time; it is practically dead in London, and otily revues are a draw. What will follow on, one wonders. Sir Herbert Tree gave a revival of the great play 'Drake' in aid of the War Fund, and his huge theatre was crammed to overflowing. The newspapers are daily publishing letters pleading with the public to attend theatres to help keep the actors and actresses going ; but, goodness, people aren't going to pay 10s 6d for stalls now— they cannot afford it. One of the strangest sights in London for mid-Aug-ust (the month when all smart peoplego i abroad and leave the city to the foreign and American cheap tripper) was church parade in Hyde Park crowded with smart folk. Lord Kitchener driving round, and Sir Edward Grey in evidence, received an embarrassing amount of attention. There is no doubt that they are the 'right men in the right place,' so far as Great Britain is concerned, at present. Kitchener's fine speech in Parliament has made a profound impression on the public. That stupid stupid, old Carnegie, has sent a ripple of amusement through tho world by an ill-advised letter defending the mad action of tho Kaiser — who has been preparing for this war for years and years and years — on the childish plea that William of Germany is Imore sinned against than sinning.' Poor old man I The whole utter farce of his pet idea, the Peace Palace at The Hngue, must be an unutterable disappointment to him. 4s you can imagine, there is not much doing in the musical world. The promenade concerts at tho Queen's Hall are going on as usual. They omitted all German music during the first week of the war; but are now doing Wagner, which is applauded only in the usual way, no demonstration ; but Russian music — not very good, in many cases — is enthusiastically cheered." The following letter, sent to the Daily Mail, and the editorial remarks thereon, I are interesting reading. Tt was, of course, written when there was a pause — shortlived — in the rush of recruiting : — Sir, — "Our million and a-half of "surplus women will have to bestir themselves in these terrible days if they are to be of practical use to their country. The Red Cross and working parties have been quite overdone. Girls who are pining to be made use of by their country would be invaluable in the recruiting fields, especially those who have been trained' to speak for patriotic leagues. I should suggest these women go into the cricket fields, where the other day 10,000 loafers were watching a match, while the British Army was bleeding and dying for their country, and talking to the younger men and rousing them to a sense of our great danger. On Sundays our patriotic women enthusiasts should go into all the public parks, and 'wake up England' slumbering on the grass, while their country is in imminent danger. Permission, too, should be got to speak between scenes at kinema theatres. Until compulsory training is accepted the women must' do their best and strain every nerve to make their men volunteer, as there is not an hour to be lost to begin their preparation for- the front. It aim-

ply terrifies me to see the crowds of able-bodied healthy men, of all classes, wherever I go, lounging about with cigarettes or pipes in their mouths. And if we do manage to get nil our ablebodied men into our Army, afterwards will come fresh work for our women, as they will be called upon to fill the vacancies caused by the absence of our stalwart sons." This very moving letter from the Duchess of Devonshire, Lady Lansdowne, Lady Pembroke, Lady Castlereagh, and Lady Kerry explained itself (says the Daily Mail). These ladies, who have all got near relations serving with the colours, have agreed not to wear mourning if it_ is the fate of those dear to them to die in this great fight for liberty. _ Instead, a white band round the arm will symbolise their loss, their grief, and their pride in a sacrifice so glorious. It is a commonplace that a woman's part in war is harder than a man's. But it could not be borne in a spirit of greater fortitude than these ladies have set before themselves, and their example will do much > to sustain and encourage others and to induce a finer and healthier view of the observance which in such a time as this should most fittingly mark a private loss that assuredly will not be without its splendid consolations. Bridal shower bouquets are a feature of every pretty wedding. The choicest of b) Joins and most artistic designing are obtained at Miss Murray's, Vice-Regal Florist,. 36, Willis-street. Country orders receive special attention. — Advt. Doubtless many times -you have envied the owner of a sweet-toned Pathephohe. By purchasing 15 tPathephone records you can now obtain a Pathephone sound-box for 2s 6d. The usual price is 15s, and wo make this magnificent concession in order that all diso machine users may do away with scratchy needles and enjoy the matchless sap-phire-point Pathephone reproduction. Call on Oscar Hewett and Co., sole agents, 56, Cuba-street, Wellington.— Advt. The "Ideal Home" school of Dresscutting,^ Adelphi Chambers, 102 Willisstreet. Latest and most perfect system in existence. Cutting and designing taught in six lessons. Pattern cut and fitted. Every lady should call and ask! particulars in detail. Principal, Miss R. A. Bagley. — Advt. We anticipated a demand for Washing and Tweed Fancy Suits for little chaps 2{< years to 8 years. 5s lid to 20s. They are very nice little suits, and are going well. Geo. Fowlds, Ltd., Manners -street. — Advt.